Stepping up to help pet owners in need

Apr 08, 2020

The PAWS Chicago Community Outreach program historically serves pet owners in under-served communities through door-to-door efforts. In the face of the pandemic, we are adapting to the new normal and finding new ways to continue to serve the pet owners who depend on us in Englewood, West Englewood, and Back of the Yards. 

Our Pet Food Pantry is reaching the homes of pets in these neighborhoods by going mobile! PAWS Chicago vans are delivering pet food to the doorsteps of vulnerable community members who might otherwise have to relinquish their pets without access to basic supplies. We are so thankful for donations to the Pet Food Pantry, including more than 800 bags of food from Merrick Pet Care, a dedicated PAWS partner! Thanks to Merrick and all of you, animals like El Jefe, the king of a managed outdoor cat colony pictured above, has a reliable source of food.

Read more about these innovative adaptations from the Chicago Tribune.